This project represented a major evolution of the Port, delivering long-term capacity for a key international gateway handling trade worth approximately £119bn and accounting for up to 17% of UK trade in goods.
Dover Western Docks Revival
Project Overview
- Transformation of the waterfront with a new marina pier and curve.
- Relocation and development of Dover’s cargo business.
- New cargo terminal and distribution centre.
- Earthworks value £850,000.00.
- Excavation and deposition of materials.
- Unloading aggregates delivered to site by sea.
- Crushing and screening of materials on site.
The initial construction phase included the design and build of two new berths, including quay walls and land reclamation, a new marina pier, the marina curve, the Wellington Cut navigation channel and new lock gates, Bascule Bridge and capital dredging works.
Overall, the project aimed to relocate and further develop the cargo business with a new cargo terminal and distribution centre, create greater space within the Eastern Docks for ferry traffic, and transform the waterfront to attract shops, bars, cafés and restaurants against Dover’s backdrop of the harbour, cliffs and castle. The scheme also aimed to create much-needed employment opportunities for local people.
